Paranormal Romance and Urban Fantasy Addicts discussion

Hi everyone,

My name is Jen and I am fast disapearing under a huge to be read pile!!! I have always loved reading and now I have a new genre to love!!

Just discovering the joys of the paranormal world, there are so many books and series out there that I am a little overwhelmed as to which to read. I have pick up the Sookie Stackhouse series right now which I love and will probably read Anita Blake, JR Ward or Twilight next (yeah, I'm one of the 10 people who have not read it yet!!!)

Look forward to discussing books with you as we take our journey.

Hi Jen! My name is Naomi, and I have read the Sookie Stackhouse series and I love them. How have you only just found out about the paranormal world?! lol.
What's Anita Blake? It sounds interesting. I have read Twilight about a billion times, but I am not obsessed, as all my friends say lol.
ttyl naomi

Naomi,

Anita Blake is by Laurell K Hamilton which I have been recommended to read, but I'm warned its a "love it or hate it series"!!!!! Anita is a necromance(can raise the dead)and its got vampires and lots of other paranormal too. Also been warned it changes over the series to become a lot more adult.

I am a bit slow to discover the joys of the world of paranormal books aren't I!!!! Wish I'd read the Sookie Stackhouse books when I got the first six given a while back now!! What was I thinking reading crime books instead!!

Hey Jen. I shall find that series and read it asap, cause it sounds good lol. You had the series a while back? I seen the first book in a bookstore, and wanted to read it ever since.
Hve you read the dragonkeeper series by Carole Wilkonson? It's not exactly paranormal, but its got dragons and necromancers in it, so its ok.
(It doesn't look like this, but you get the drift)
ttyl, Naomi

The second book in the Anita series will get you hooked. Around book 5 each book gets a little worst with the sex. By the teens it's almost erotica (but apparently people who read that say it's not "erotic" enough). If you stick with them though, around 14 or 15 they start to taper off a bit again and you go back to the books you love. I really liked them, although I did skip a few pages when things I didn't know where physically possible were happening.

Hmm, I think I'll do that too, if that's the case.

At least read the first few and then decide if you want to finish them. I'm shocked I kept reading because I'm even new to the romance side. Not big on the super slut side. =)

Hi Ladies Nice to meet you all...

My name is Amanda Rose. I'm a huge bookaholic! lol. I've read tons of Paranormal romance books and just can't get enough. My Tbr list somehow keeps growing no matter how many books I read lol.

Let's see what else. I just completed my first novel a few weeks ago and in the process of looking for an agent... hmm besides that i'm sure you'll learn a lot more.

Hi ladies my name is Lauren.

I love paranormal romances! I have read a bunch of them and my favorites and must reads are Anita blake series, BDB, Dark hunters,immortals after dark and the demonica series just to name a few.

I have tons and tons on my TBR list so feel free to check it out!

Hi everyone,

I am another Jennifer and although i have been reading paranormal type books for a while I am just really getting "into" the whole thing. Goodreads has been a absolute godsend as I have found SO many books and series here.

I LOVE the BDB series and most definitely suggest that one. i am also a big LKH fan. The Anita series is good, take a few books to get going and it does get kind of "sexy" for a while but it does balance out after a few. Jen if you like crime and paranormal you are gonna love Anita!!! LKH's other series Merry Gentry is also really good, completely different but I just love it.

Oh I am right there with you i am one of the other 10 that hasn't read twilight, I can't get it from the library and since my book budget is tight I refuse to buy it. I only buy books I absolutely love and will reread (ie BDB series, LKH books, etc).

I will admit I am still getting over the "romance" part of this, I couldn't believe I had to go into that section to buy one of the BDB series books, my husband was loving teasing me about it!!!!

Hi I am Lynne I read anything! Big Stephen King fan and John Saul too. Have PC Cast on my bookcases and Rachel Caine in my Sony Reader.
I read Twilight out of curiosity but didn't think much of it. I have just read Kelly Armstrong's Dime Store Magic.
I tend to read lots of books at a time and go from one to the other! I have 12 on the go at the moment!

Thanks for the invite Jen

Hi! My names is VampFanGirl and I've been a lover of Paranormal Romance for about four or five years. My favorite paranormal authors include Meljean Brook, Nalini Singh, Joey W. Hill, J.R. Ward, Kresley Cole, Lora Leigh, and Erin Quinn.

In the past year I've really started branching out into Fantasy reads such as Jess Granger and Denise Rossetti, as well as Urban Fantasy with Chloe Neill and Patricia Briggs.

While I'm not a fast reader, I can still put away about sixty books a year and I can offer dozens of recommendations. I've plans of trying out Ann Aguire, Skyler White, Gayle Ann Williams and Tammy Kane this year so hopefully I can offer up some good new recs soon.

Thanks for inviting me to what looks to be an exciting group of paranormal romance lovers. I'm super excited to be here!

HUGS, VFG

Hello, I'm Lisa and I read pretty much anything, but usually get drawn back into anything remotely supernatural in between 'big' reads.

I haven't tried any BDB, and seeing as so many seem to rate it I may now have to (my to-read pile is ridiculous). I really enjoy the Sookie Stackhouse series, but am up to book 5 in the Anita Blake series and can't say I'm convinced yet. I'm not sure if it's the writing or Anita herself, but something's just not doing it for me.

I enjoyed the Twilight series despite myself, but adore the Vampire Chronicles, and am a big fan of Neil Gaiman, Stephen King, and John Alvijde Almqvist (Let The Right One In, a very dark swedish vampire book which is excellent.)

Thanks for inviting me to be a part of the group, I look forward to lots of recommendations!

Hello, everyone! My name is Jennifer. I'm a paranormal author, but more on the erotica side. My favorites tend to span over everything from BDB, and LKH's Antia Blake to YA paranormal. Some of my favs are The House of Night Series, Nightworld, Blue Bloods, you name it and I've probably read it or plan to.

Thanks for the invite, Jen!!

Hey Amanda and Lauren, lol.

Hello Everyone! My name is Susan, but I typically go by Suz. Thanks Jenny for the invite!!! Good to meet some new fellow paranormal lovers and some old friends! *waves to Lauren, Jennifer & Amanda* And some new friends! *waves to Carissa*

I got hooked on everything paranormal after jumping on the Twilight band wagon! now I can't get enough! My faves are BDB, Anita Blake & Merry Genty by Laurell K Hamilton, Sookie, Riley Jensen series by Keri Arthur, Night Huntress series by Jeaniene Frost, just to name a few but there are SOOOO many that I love! My tbr list is out of control and so is my book buying habit! I can't possibly read what I already have yet I keep buying more! Books are my crack!:)

Look forward to getting to know you all and talking books!:)

Hi everyone!
I've heard so much about Anita Blake, but I can't read it cause it's not at my school library! It sounds soo good.
Naomi

Jennifer - I love reading erotica paranormal books. I shall have to look out for you!

Hi Everyone. I found paranormal romance about a year ago, I have always read paranormal but never romance. Now I am swimming in it. I still read just 'normal' paranormal as well as lots of other stuff. I bought the first 8 Sookie books just before Christmas and am working my way throught them, so far they are great.

oh boy!!!!

hahah Hey Jennifer, Suz!!
now we need to get debbie over here!

Hello I'm Rosey!

Love paranormal...mostly witches, ghosts, vamps, & weres...

Loving the fallen angels thene too!

I like more action then romance.

Can't wait to see what everyone is reading!

Lynne wrote: "Jennifer - I love reading erotica paranormal books. I shall have to look out for you!"

Sounds great, Lynne! There are some GREAT paranormal erotica books out right now. If you ever come across some "must reads" I'd love to hear about them. :)

Hi :) I'm Christie. I've been hooked on paranormal romance for over a year now. A few of my favorite paranormal authors are Richelle Mead, Charlaine Harris, Jeaniene Frost, Patricia Briggs, and Karen Marie Moning.

I look forward to chatting with all of you.

Hello, my name is Tetsu and I'll be your waiter. What would like before I take your meal order? Oh, yes I heard that vampires are in season, sense the Vampire Hunting season opened up last week. Hmm...And what type of wine will you be partaking in? I see, good year. Well I will go get that for you while you decide your dinner. Ciao.

Hello, Angel here :) I also have NOT read Twilight, I just can't get past the 'creepy' factor of it being a teen romance lol. I read just about any genre but I LOVE LOVE LOVE Paranormal (romance or not) & Urban Fantasy. My To Read list is ridonkulously long. I'm incapable of picking a favorite series but am anxiously awaiting the newest installments in these series; The Hollows/Rachel Morgan, Anita Blake, Mercy Thompson, Cassie Palmer, Women of the Otherworld, Signs of the Zodiac ... and ready to dive into World of the Lupi, Fallen Angels, Night Huntress & Night Huntress World, Morgan Kinsley ... just to name a few hahaha

Hey Everyone, the names Kat. I'm a huge fan of all things paranormal and spend 50% of my time reading Paranormal Romance, UF and Fantasy novels. When I'm not reading i'm watching TV, playing with my two Boston terriers,shopping for the next great read or going out with friends. I can't wait to get chatting with all of you!

Hi everyone! My name is Danielle! I started out my reading adventures with chick lit and novels! I then started to read Twilight, Sookie Stackhouse and then Anita Blake. Since then I have been in love with Paranormal/sci-fi!! Loving the adventure of werewolves, vampires, fae and other supernatural creatures!!
As a kid I never read only for school but now into my adulthood I have become a book addict and I LOVE IT!! Give me a book suggestion and I am bound to try it.. I'm addicted to series!!

Hi, everyone
My name is Laurie, I started reading again of course, with Twilight form there I went to adult PNR. I try to stick with the RNR because I like the HEA. I love erotica both paranormal or just romance.

Hey all,

I'm Lydia and reading has become my new obsession, as of two years ago. I love all kinds of books but tend to lean more towards Parnormal/Fantasy/Sci-Fi/Urban Fantasy and recently Erotica.

I look forward to chatting with you girls about all the wonderful books that are out there. Would love to hear any suggestion on books or series too.

Hi all,

I'm Heidi from Germany and I love Paranormal and Urban Fantasy books. Because I travel to work with train, I have a lot of time to read every day and this time is very important for me to relax and to give my fantasy free room.

Looking forward to here from you :-)

Bookworms wrote: "Hi all,

I'm Heidi from Germany and I love Paranormal and Urban Fantasy books. Because I travel to work with train, I have a lot of time to read every day and this time is very important for me to ..."

I lived in Heidelberg, Germany for 5 years. We just moved back to the U.S last summer. We really miss Germany :(

Hi everyone,

I love paranormal romance. Some of my favorite authors are Larissa Ione, J.R. Ward, Sherrilyn Kenyon, Lora Leigh.

Thanks Jen for inviting me to the group.

Hi all! I am (yet another) Jennifer. I am from Oklahoma and I LOVE to read! Mostly PNR, UF, and Fantasy but I'm trying to branch out a little more. I'm always open to recommendations. By the way, I love Anita Blake and the Meredith Gentry series (another good series by LKH).

Wow welcome to all the new members, this is great!:)

This is awesome, I can't believe there's this many people here now, lol!

hi all, i jumped the paranormal/urban fantasy bandwagon about a year ago when i picked up the first anita blake book (not even sure why now - but it's one thing i do not regret) and ever since i don't think a day has gone by when i haven't had a paranormal book in hand :) fave authors are patricia briggs and kim harrison ... and about a hundred others, am hanging out for all this years new releases! happy reading, ab

Hey all! My name is Melanie. I love anything paranormal. Vamps, werewolf, fay, all of it! I am just starting Anita Blake series. I have read the Twilight series and Sookie series (my fav), Vampire Academy, Wicked Lovely series, Mercy Thompson series(my other fav).

I am always looking for book recommendations....so if you have one send it my way. I tend to lean toward young adult....don't know why...Maybe I love the idea of young love...so pure (hehe). But I love then all! Happy reading everyone!

Hey everyone, I was never a big reader untill recently, maybe a year ago, I got started on the sookie books through my mother-in-law,I wanted to read them because (truthfully) I am addicted to the show true blood on HBO. ☺♥ Anyhoo, that got me into the paranormal and vampire books, my mother-in-law loves them, she calls it vampire porn.☺ She has more interest in the romance novels than I, I think I have an eclectic taste. I read the vampire chronicles (anne rice) when I was in my teens, and got into Stephen King. Besides that I was never a big reader. My mom is, she introduced me to King and Rice, but when she brought out Tolkien I just could not get into it. I liked the movies, but the books just seemed to be to much then, maybe I should try again. Sometimes I need to get away from the vampire porn and the paranormal and try to read other things, I like Mary Kay Andrews her books are about strong southern women that get nocked down and get right back up. She also throws in some antiques and old homes for fun. She also puts yummy recipes in the back of all her books. I still always go back to the paranomal and my wonderfull world of vampires in the long run.♥

Nice to meet ya Ab, Melanie and Hannah!

Nice to meet you all!! Look forward to talking with you soon!

LOL @ vampire porn. My hubby calls it smut. He'll ask me what smut I'm reading now. I told him to stop judging books by their cover ;)

That's funny, lol. I agree with the 'no judging books by their cover' thing.

Hello! I am definitely a paranormal addict, alright. Thanks for the invite, Jen!

*waves* Hi Everyone! Thanks for the invite Jen! I am totally addicted to reading... I love paranormal romance, urban fantasy, erotica, contemporary romance and some mystery... mostly though, I stick with Vamps and Shifters... I do love me some alpha males ;) Some of my favs are The Maker's Song series by Adrian Phoenix, the Chicagoland Vampires series by Chloe Neill, Anita Blake by LKH, Mercy Thompson by Patricia Briggs... well I could go on for pages... Anyways, you can usually find me reading with a cup of coffee or blogging about what I read with a cup of coffee... I'm currently working on a couple of my own projects and hope to have them completed before going to AAD in Sept... Well that pretty much covers it!

*morning*

My name is Sheree, I'm 40 and the single mother of three girls (14, 12 and 5) and I live in Sussex in the UK. I adore paranormal romances - ranging from the J R Ward Brotherhood (Rehvenge is my favourite although I am counting the days to John Matthew's book coming out this year) to Anita Blake. Love me some Lora Leigh although found Guilty Pleasure a real trial to read (n0ot sure why).

Patricia Briggs, Charlaine Harris, Lynn Viehl - too many to name really! Joined Goodreads because I wanted some proper recommendations as Amazon keeps giving me duds!

So hello to all!

Hi all...Cindy here. Thanks for the invite. I am a huge paranormal romance fan, like it with erotica in the mix. I've only been reading for about 1 1/2 years now and started out with the Twilight series. Then I found the adult series, which are much more satisfying for me. I have read Keri Arthur's Riley Jenson series, Lara Adrian's Midnight Breeds Series, Rhyannon Byrd's Primal Instinct series, Nina Bang's Castle of Dark Dream series, Elizabeth Amber's The Lords of Satyr series, Kresley Cole's Immortals After Dark series, Christina Dodd's Darkness Chosen series, Angela Cameron's Blood and Sex series, Kate Douglas's Wolf Tales, Jeaniene Frost's Night Huntress series, Jacqueline Frank's The Nightwalkers series, Cynthia Eden's Midnight series, Amelia Elias' Leaque of Guardian series, LKH's Anita Blake and Merry Gentry series, Joey W. Hill's Vampire Queen's series and Daughter of Adrianne series (HOT), Charlaine Harris' Sookie Stackhouse series, Lynda Hilburn's Kismet Knight series, Larissa Ione's Demonica series, Alexandra Ivy's Guardians of Eternity series, Lora Leigh's The Breeds series, Sherri L. King's Fetish, Kenyon's Dark Hunters series (HOT), Kenyon's The Leaque series, Alexis Morgan's The Paladins and Talon series, Chloe Neill's Chicagoland Vampire series, Adrian Phoenix's The Makers Song series, Michelle M. Pillow's Tribes of the Vampire series, Anne Rice's Erotic Trilogy of Sleeping Beauty series, Gena Showalter's Lords of the Underworld and Atlantis series, Lynsay Sands' The Argeneau series, Kerrelyn Sparks' Love at Stake series, J.R Wards' BDB and Fallen Angel series. You should see my tbr pile...and I can't help myself, it's like an addiction...I shop at least once a week and if I go with two of my reading buddies we hit three books stores and go crazy. My husband just shakes his head when I walk in the door with by bags. Can't help it, I love my books.
So as you can see I read and read and read. I get so lost in the books. You'll never see me without one in my hands.
I look forward to sharing book recommendations and making new friends.

Hi, I'm Yz, and I love to read. I definitely enjoy a lot of PNR books. Happy to meet new faces and see some familiar ones.

yay it's nice to see some more familiar faces!!:) Welcome everyone!!!

Hi, I'm Leah. I love pretty much anything paranormal whether it be YA or adult and I got into it about six years ago. Almost all of the books I've read recently have been some type of paranormal books, usually romance as PNR is my favorite genre. My favorite authors would have to be Gena Showalter, Kresley Cole, J. R. Ward, Sherrilyn Kenyon, Richelle Mead, P. C. Cast, and Charlaine Harris. I'm currently reading Lover Revealed, the 4th BDB book. Last night I bought the latest Kresley Cole and Gena Showalter books and two Sherrilyn Kenyon books. What can I say? It's an addiction. And it's nice to meet fellow addicts! :D

Leah *~*Pherocious*~* wrote: "Hi, I'm Leah. I love pretty much anything paranormal whether it be YA or adult and I got into it about six years ago. Almost all of the books I've read recently have been some type of paranormal bo..."

Hey Leah, is this the one you have just got?? It's one I'm currently reading (alongside various fanfics) and must admit I adore Kresley Cole as well!

Skargasm wrote:"Hey Leah, is this the one you have just got?? It's one I'm currently reading (alongside various fanfics) and must admit I adore Kresley Cole as well!"

No, I already had Deep Kiss of Winter. I bought Kresley's Pleasure of a Dark Prince and Gena's Twice as Hot. But DKW is awesome. Daniela and Murdoch? Aleaha and Breean? What could be better?!